Senior Production Planner - Port Elizabeth, South Africa - RMG Recruitment (Pty) Ltd

    RMG Recruitment (Pty) Ltd
    RMG Recruitment (Pty) Ltd Port Elizabeth, South Africa

    Found in: Executive Placements ZA C2 - 2 weeks ago

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    Full time
    Description

    Our client is seeking an enthusiastic, assertive and analytical thinker to take up the Senior Production Planner position that will assist the Materials Planning and Logistics Manager with the various planning and continuous improvement duties.

    KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS:

    • Day-to-day Production Planning and input into MRP System
    • Plan and schedule workflow for all departments
    • Analyse production specification and plant capacity
    • Preparation of production reports
    • Monitor production plan execution and track production performances
    • Assist in continuous improvement projects

    QUALIFICATIONS:

    • National Diploma or B-Tech in Logistics/Mechanical or Industrial Engineering required.
    • Knowledge of Lean or Six Sigma methodologies advantageous

    WORK EXPERIENCE:

    • 5 - 6 years automotive experience is essential
    • MRP system experience is essential
    • Production planning knowledge would be advantageous
    • Good understanding of ISO 9001,14001 and IATF 16949 elements
    • Ability to apply problem solving techniques
    • Must be assertive and a good communicator with excellent follow through and precision reporting capabilities